Extremism

14th August 2017: “In Charlottesville aftermath, Europe sees widening divide with US” (analysis in Christian Science Monitor) The lack of a quick, clear response to the weekend events in Charlottesville from the White House left Europe – which has had a long struggle with racism and white supremacy – deeply concerned about Trump’s values.I was […]

After – or despite – a violent week, Germany still turns to Merkel Populists have tried to gain political footing over a threat they say was magnified by the chancellor’s ‘open door’ refugee policy. But many say that Merkel might actually gain politically after the attacks. By Rachel Stern, Correspondent JULY 28, 2016 Hannibal […]

German court asked to ban political party agitated by refugees The National Democratic Party organized a demonstration against Germany’s asylum law. By Patrick Costello — Special to The Washington Times – – Sunday, April 24, 2016 BERLIN — Amid a refugee crisis and a surge of violence targeting foreigners, Germany’s highest court is […]